Like the butterfly effect, the gentle, caring nature of Austin with his ever present smile spread to motivate and reassure those around him. His love, his passion, his kindness lives on through those he touched. Thus, as the soft breeze was stirred by his presence and carried in the rustle of the leaves it spread to touch many faces that smiled in response to the caressing touch. Laurie, Gregg and Aidan--the outpouring of love is a but a small reflection back to you of all that Austin was to the world he impacted in so many ways. His brilliance and scintillating though unassuming nature will forever be an example for all of us to live by.